"[Perhaps it is time to utilize your second ability]," the system's voice suddenly suggested, interrupting Alastor's inner debate.
"How?" Alastor blurted out, instinctively.
He distinctly remembered receiving a new ability, [Shadow], earlier, alongside the system itself. However, it remained unused, not out of unwillingness, but sheer ignorance. He simply didn't know how to activate it.
Of all the abilities he knew, Alastor had never heard of anyone awakening [Shadow] as a bloodline ability. With no examples to learn from, he had chosen to focus on enhancing his speed, something he already understood.
Before the system could elaborate, the Stingwings detected him. Hundreds of the creatures immediately launched themselves in his direction.
"Damn it," Alastor swore, drawing his dagger and bracing for their arrival.
Stingwings were notorious for their incredible speed. Within moments, the first wave was upon him.
